Cashmere is a unisex given name of American origin, derived from the luxurious fabric cashmere wool, which is harvested from the Cashmere goat native to the Kashmir region of India and Pakistan. The name Cashmere gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, with its first recorded usage in 1986. It is often chosen for its unique sound and association with high-quality and elegance. As a given name, Cashmere does not have any specific historical or mythological figures associated with it, but rather draws its significance from the esteemed fabric it shares a name with.
The name Cashmere saw its first birth in 1920 and remained quite uncommon until the late 20th century. From 1986 onwards, its popularity began to grow, with significant increases starting from around 2005. The name reached its peak popularity between 2020 and 2023, with over 40 births each year during this period. In total, there were 571 births with the name Cashmere recorded between 1920 and 2023.